2025-2026 Bearcat Blast

At Aledo ISD, we are Growing Greatness by creating exceptional experiences for our students to find what they love! We don’t just educate - we empower every Bearcat to discover their unique path and thrive. We're ready to continue that journey together next year, and registration for the 2026-2027 school year is now open! Registration is an online process; click the link below for more information.

We urge you to get your registration complete as soon as possible because it helps us with staffing and planning for next school year!

Registering NOW helps ensure that your child’s spot at their zoned school is guaranteed since we are currently working on staffing. Your registration now also helps ensure your child’s course selections for middle and high school are still valid and helps secure elementary teacher assignments. Our counselors and admin teams are currently working on scheduling for next year.

Because of this, we ask that you register your student by Friday, May 1!

This information is for incoming 7th- through 12th-grade students only! Incoming 6th graders will have opportunities to get their district-issued device later in the summer; stay tuned for more information!

We will continue to have a Device Protection Plan (DPP) that students must pay for in order to check out a district-issued Chromebook for the school year. DPP charges will be paid through MySchoolBucks; you will see an option in the Store portion of MySchoolBucks to pay the 2026-2027 Device Protection Program fee beginning on Tuesday, April 7, 2026.

Just as we did last year, if you pay for the DPP for the 2026-2027 school year by the end of the day on Sunday, May 10, 2026, your student may keep their district-issued Chromebook over the summer and keep that same Chromebook for the 2026-2027 school year. Please note that all filtering and restrictions on our district-issued Chromebooks will stay in place over the summer, even if you take the Chromebook out of district.

The DPP is $27, and this covers unlimited breakage on the Chromebook; the charger is not covered.

Growing Greatness means seeing a need and stepping up to make a difference. McKinney Elementary Cafeteria Manager Brittany Blackett did just that by creating visual lunch menus to support students with special needs who benefit from extra guidance when making their meal choices.

After noticing students becoming frustrated during menu selection, Brittany spent weeks photographing cafeteria meals and building a visual menu binder on her own time. Today, her work is creating Exceptional Experiences for students not only at McKinney but also across every elementary campus in our district.

In celebration of School Lunch Hero Day, we are proud to recognize Brittany and all of our incredible Child Nutrition Staff who are All in Aledo each and every day. Thank you for the care, creativity and heart you bring to Serving Up Greatness!

Looking for an exciting and enriching way to spend your summer? Aledo ISD is All In on Growing Greatness by offering a variety of summer camps designed to engage, inspire and develop new skills for participants of all ages - whether you're a Bearcat or not!

From athletics to fine arts, STEM and beyond, our camps provide Exceptional Experiences in a fun and supportive environment where campers can learn, grow and make lasting memories.

No matter your interest, there’s a camp for you! Explore the options and find details about individual camps right here on this page. Don’t miss out on a summer of discovery and adventure!

Shoutout to our INCREDIBLE Aledo ISD Child Nutrition Staff!

Friday, May 1 is School Lunch Hero Day! Big thank you to all our Aledo ISD Child Nutrition Staff!

Join us in the cafeteria on Tuesday, May 5 for Breakfast for Lunch!

Congratulations to Aledo High School senior Braden Stokes on an outstanding performance at the 5A UIL Boys State Tournament on April 28!

Braden finished tied for fourth place out of a highly competitive field of 72 players, showcasing incredible consistency and composure on the course. His impressive two-day total score of 142 is a testament to the hard work, dedication and focus he’s put in throughout the season!

Your Aledo Bearcats Varsity Baseball team has officially closed out district play in dominant fashion by finishing the season UNDEFEATED and securing the District Championship!

This accomplishment is a testament to the team’s grit, discipline, and commitment to one another all season long. From first pitch to final out, these Bearcats have set the standard and represented Aledo with pride. The job isn’t finished. The postseason is here, and the focus shifts to making a deep playoff run!

Your Aledo Ladycats are AREA CHAMPIONS after a dominant 17-0 victory over Paschal in just three innings!

From the first pitch, the Ladycats set the tone with explosive offense and lockdown defense, showcasing the hard work, focus and team-first mentality that’s defined their season. We are proud of the way these Ladycats compete and represent Aledo every time they take the field!

The Parker County Attorney's Art Competition 2026 was a huge success, and we are incredibly proud to celebrate one of our own!

Sophomore Emma Hadzhieva earned First Place in the High School Division for her powerful piece “The Cost” and that’s not all… she was also awarded Best of Show for the entire competition! Congratulations, Emma! Your talent and hard work continue to make Bearcat Nation proud!

Thank you to University of Texas at Arlington for bringing Maverick STEM Fest to Bearcat Nation!

In partnership with Aledo ISD Career and Technical Education, this event gave students across the district the opportunity to explore future pathways in STEM by connecting with Aledo High School CTE students, community partners and UTA admissions to learn about classes, careers and real-world opportunities.

Experiences like this are what Growing Greatness is all about by opening doors, sparking curiosity and preparing our Bearcats for the future.

At Annetta Elementary, every Bearcat is placed into one of six houses built on Creativity, Gratitude, Humility, Integrity, Kindness and Teamwork. Through leadership opportunities, friendly competition and school-wide pep rallies, students are building connections, growing in character and creating Exceptional Experiences along the way as they continue Growing Greatness together.

Hear directly from house leaders as they share why they love being part of the house system and what it means to be All in Aledo at Annetta Elementary!

Stop by the Bearcat Store and gear up with the latest Aledo ISD styles for the whole family! From our youngest Bearcats to proud parents and fans, there’s something for everyone to show off that All in Aledo spirit. Don’t miss out. Come find your perfect fit today!

The Bearcat Store is open Monday - Friday from 8:30 a.m. - 4 p.m. in the Administration Building Lobby. The Aledo ISD Bearcat Store follows the Aledo ISD schedule for closures.

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Aledo ISD and the Aledo Education Foundation are partnering once again for the Bearcat Backer program, and we'd love your support!

As our district is #GrowingGreatness through exceptional experiences that empower learners for life, we are committed to fostering relationships and partnerships with our outstanding businesses and organizations to help support our Bearcats. Your partnership provides a direct investment and benefit to our Bearcatstudents and staff.

If your business is interested in joining our Bearcat Backers program, please visit our Bearcat Backers webpage that includes sponsorship levels as well as a commitment form to fill out.

Platinum Sponsors:

EECU Credit Union

Jerry's Buick GMC

KB Home
Loyal Laundry
Magnolia Learning Academy
Mathnasium of Aledo
Myser Orthodontics
The Atkins Agency
United Educators Association
W Dental
Wholesale Payments

Gold Level Sponsors

Christi James - TWFG Insurance Services
First Financial Bank
Institute for Hormonal Balance
Nothing Bundt Cakes
P1 Roofing and Solar
Redwood Financial

Silver Level Sponsors

Bearcat Financial Network
Brookshire's
Kisselburgh Law Firm
The Little Gym of Aledo
One Rock Carwash
SBK Electrical

Bronze Level Sponsors

Aaron Valencia, The A GAME Agent, Realtor
Aledo InterBank
Bigfoot Ink
First Bank
NBT Financial Bank
Paradigm Wealth Management
Rebecca DeLuca, Compass, Realtor
Turquant Builder Services

As a reminder, we have streamlined absence reporting for all of our campuses for this school year. It is very important that we have documented reasons for absences so that we can ensure your student is given an excused absence when needed. Click here or the button below for the Absence Reporting Form!

There are many Aledo ISD team members who are doing great work every single day! You can nominate any employee serving in the district for the Circle of Greatness Award.

We are looking for employees who are bringing Aledo ISD #GrowingGreatness to life, positively impacting our community, and helping us grow each and every Aledo ISD student. Click here or the button below to recognize a staff member today!

The intent behind House Bill 1481 is to limit distractions in the classroom and across campus so students can stay focused on learning. As a public school district, our Board of Trustees must adopt a policy that implements the law. Click here or the button below to learn more and check out common frequently asked questions!

Each Aledo ISD student has access to nutritious and delicious meals prepared by our amazing Child Nutrition staff. Breakfast and lunch are served everyday throughout the school week. Click here or the button below to view this month's breakfast and lunch menus.

Aledo ISD is capturing Bearcat pride all year long on our official Flickr account! From Friday night lights and fine arts performances to classroom moments and community events, you’ll find photos that showcase the heart of Bearcat Nation. Take a look, relive the memories, and find yourself on Flickr!

The Bearcat Blast E-Newletter is managed by the Aledo ISD Communications Department. To submit news items, email communications@aledoisd.org.

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